Pros and cons
- Short braking distance on snow
- Exceptional handling on the wet
- Exceptional traction on snow
- Great handling on snow
- Low drive-by noise levels
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Sizes
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 is made in 99 sizes, starting from 205/60 R16 up to 285/30 R22.
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Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 is ranked #94 of 861 winter tyres based on the results of tests carried out by AutoMotorSport 2022, Autobild 2022, and other organizations. Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 belongs to the Premium segment and is made by a manufacturer from France. It is made in total of 99 sizes, 205/60 R16 being the smallest and 285/30 R22 the largest. This tyre was featured in tests 8 times, first test was carried in 2020. This model received the best possible rating in 5 tests. Eu ratings can provide interesting overview over the available dimensions - 94% of Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 has "B" wet grip rating and most (53%) of the dimensions has "C" fuel-saving rating. Noise is a strong quality of Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 - most dimensions have below average noise level values - 47% of them produce 0db noise, which result in "a" rating. This tyre has a initial tread depth of 7.9 mm in 245/45 R19. It can be compared to UltraGrip Performance+, which is a tyre from GoodYear (USA) and has a rating of 90%, compared to 94% of the Michelin in question. There was a braking test that featured both GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+ and Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 held by autobild in 2020. It was tested on a Mercedes-Benz C with 225/45 R18 tyres. On the wet, the Michelin stopped from 80km/h in 31,9m, whereas the competing GoodYear took longer to stop - 34,4m. The results repeat once again on the snow, where the Michelin stopped earlier at the 24,3m mark, compared to 24,8m of the GoodYear.
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Timeline
2020
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 was tested 4x (Autobild,...) and won the ADAC 235/55 R17 test.
2021
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 was tested 2x (Tyre Reviews,...)
2022
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 was tested 2x (Autobild,...) and won the AutoMotorSport 245/45 R19 test.
Achievements
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 in tyre tests
The Michelin Pilot Alpin 5, belonging to the premium segment tyre category, has been put through its paces by some of the most reputable tyre testing organizations in Europe. The tyre has been tested in various winter conditions and tyre dimensions, with the earliest test recorded in 2020 and the latest one in 2022. Despite the varying testing conditions, the Pilot Alpin 5 has consistently shone, earning an overall excellent rating of 94%. The tyre has won two tests where it was pitted against other top-branded winter tyres, namely the Autobild Winter Tyre Test 2021 225/45 R18 and the Tyre Reviews Winter Tyre Test 2021 225/40 R18, where it was adjudged the test winner. It has also emerged in the top three in every other test, except for one where the tyre was not given a rating. The Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 performed exceptionally well in several disciplines, such as dry braking, handling, snow cornering, and snow handling.
All tyre tests where Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 was featured:
| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | ||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 2+ | 2+ | ||||
| Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 | 2- | 2 | 1- | ||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Rolling resistance | Noise | ||
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| Best values in test | 9,3 | 9,4 | 10 | 10 | 10 | ||
| Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 | 7 | 9,1 | 10 | 8 | 9 | ||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | ||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 2+ | 1 | ||||
| Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 | 2+ | 2+ | 1- | ||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | ||||
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| Best values in test | 1- | 2 | 1- | ||||
| Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 | 1- | 2 | 2+ | ||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Ice | Noise | Wear | Fuel consumption |
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| Best values in test | 1,5 | 1,9 | 1,8 | 2,3 | 2,6 | 0,8 | 1,8 |
| Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 | 2,3 | 1,9 | 1,8 | 2,4 | 3,0 | 1,5 | 2,1 |
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Running costs | |||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | 2+ | 1- | |||
| Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 | 2+ | 1- | 2+ | 1- | |||
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| Name | Stopping distance on wet | Stopping distance on snow | |||||
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| Best values in test | 30,3 | 24,3 | |||||
| Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 | 31,9 | 24,3 | |||||
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Test ratings distribution
| 100% (5x) | 85% (2x) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Exemplary | Test winner | Very good | Good |
| 2x | 2x | 1x | 2x |
Ratings x Wheel size
| R17 | R18 | R19 |
|---|---|---|
| 85% (1x) | 100% (4x) | 92.5% (2x) |
Ratings x Width
| 225/xx Rxx | 235/xx Rxx | 245/xx Rxx |
|---|---|---|
| 100% (3x) | 85% (1x) | 95% (3x) |
FAQ
Where is Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 made?
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 is made in France.
Is this tyre suitable for SUVs?
Yes, this tyre is also made in SUV sizes.